1973 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 949 kg more than 1973 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina. 2007 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Cortina | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
